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Thursday, May 21, 2015

10 Places to visit in India on a Budget

Have you ever imagined going to the most
exotic places in India in what you call as the ‘month end savings’? As vast and as diverse as our country
is, it is also very affordable. If planned properly you can travel almost half
of India even when you are a miser who likes to budget everything. Here are 10
places one can visit on a budget.

1. Lonavala & Khandala

Lonavala
also called the Jewel of the Sahayadri Hills is located on the Mumbai- Pune
express highway .Just 5kms away is Khandala. It is a favourite spot for
all the Mumbaikars as well as the Bollywood filmmakers. Walk through the mist-
clad, shimmering waterfalls, enjoy the freshness of the moist earth and
abundance of scenic beauty not spending more than Rs. 6000 on hotel, food and
transport.

2. Kodiakanal

Food
here in Kodaikanal is amazingly affordable, be it chicken or the South Indian
cuisine you can eat a hell lot of food just by spending Rs. 200 and staying
here is also not a great deal as you can book hotel rooms here which are not
too expensive. This place located at the south of Palani Hills is covered in
thick forests and waterfalls. It is not very difficult to reach there as bus
and train are easily available.

3. Goa

Goa
known for its beautiful beaches have visitors all over the world, ranging from
popular stretches at Baga and Palolem to laid-back fishing villages such as
Agonda. A mix of peaceful relaxation but also buzzing activity, which goes into
making a fabulous place.

4. Jaipur

A
one day trip to Jaipur can be amazingly good and satisfying. The architectural
beauty of the Pink City offers great peace and tranquillity after which you can
move towards your final destination.

5. Darjeeling

If
you plan to travel to Darjeeling with your family you can book economical
Holiday Homes a month prior to your trip. Journey can be done by train or by
bus from Siliguri to Darjeeling. The town is endowed with rich cultural history,
natural resources and due to its pleasant climate all year round, Darjeeling
can be one of the best places to visit.

6. Leh Ladakh

There
are a number of attractions at Leh Ladakh which are filled with extreme
pristine beauty. It is well known for its monasteries, mountain peaks and
wildlife safaris. With regard to accommodation, Ladakh offers several options
from family run establishments, to guest houses to budget hotel rooms in
monasteries.

7. Varanasi

Varanasi
also known as Benares or Kashi is one of India’s seven holy cities. The Ghats
of this city are spiritually enlightening and fantastically photogenic. Staying
there is very affordable as rooms in aashrams and dharamshalas are easily
available.

8. Amritsar

The
place where belief and faith is more important than money. Golden Temple, one
of the holiest places of worship makes your stay worth at Amritsar. One can
stay at the Gurudwara by paying a minimal amount.

9. Kerala

All
worries disappear as you sit back and drift past riverbanks lined with coconut
trees, verdant paddy fields and colourful lotuses. The Backwaters of Kerala are
a bliss. Most houseboat trips start from Alleppey and are quite affordable.

10. Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer
also known as the Golden City of India, is a land of fascinating sand dunes,
magnificent havelis and stunning Jain Temples. It is located in the midst of
the scenic Thar Desert. You can check out the Jaisalmer fort or visit the
Desert National Park all at very low prices.